Erie Bluffs State Park
The newest Pennsylvania State Park is Erie Bluffs, 587 acres along the Lake Erie shoreline in western Erie County, twelve miles west of the city of Erie. It is the largest undeveloped stretch of Lake Erie shoreline remaining in Pennsylvania.
The park has one-mile of shoreline, 90-foot bluffs overlooking Lake Erie, Elk Creek--a shallow stream steelhead fishery, several plant species of conservation concern, uncommon oak savannah sand barren ecosystem and forested wetlands. The only developed area of the park is Elk Creek.
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Picnicking: Several picnic tables and a small pavilion are available on a first come, first served basis at the Elk Creek Access area of the park. Boating: A boat launch suitable for small motorized watercraft, kayaks, and canoes is available at the Elk Creek Access area of the park. This launch allows boaters and fishermen to access Lake Erie. Fluctuations in lake and stream elevation may impact launching. Motorboats must display a current boat registration. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks, available at most state park offices; launching permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Complete information on boating rules and regulations in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Web site. Fishing: Anglers can enjoy fishing for steelhead in Elk Creek. The Access Area portion of the park is open 24 hrs for use by fishermen. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations apply. Complete information on fishing rules and regulations in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Web site.
Hunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited. Dog training is only permitted from the day following Labor Day through March 31 in designated hunting areas. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission rules and regulations apply. Contact the park office for ADA accessible hunting information. Use extreme caution with firearms at all times. Other visitors use the park during hunting seasons. Firearms and archery equipment used for hunting may be uncased and ready for use only in authorized hunting areas during hunting seasons. In areas not open to hunting or during non-hunting seasons, firearms and archery equipment shall be kept in the owner's car, trailer or leased campsite. The only exception is that law enforcement officers and individuals with a valid Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms may carry said firearm concealed on their person while they are within the park. Complete information on hunting rules and regulations in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania Game Commission Web site. Access for People with Disabilities
In an EmergencyContact a park employee or dial 911. Nearest Hospital This Master Plan For Erie Bluffs State Park is the result of various stakeholder and public meetings held in the Erie area. It will provide direction to the Department for the future development of the newest state park in the system. Explore the: Keep in TouchAdd yourself to the DCNR's online community to receive info on this park, or parks in general. Volunteering
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In Watershed Education, teachers and students assess water quality of a local stream on a quarterly basis and develop strategies to solve local water quality problems. ECO Camp - Exploring Careers Outdoors - is a week-long residential camp for a cross-section of high school youth from across Pennsylvania, sponsored by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Participate in action-packed, hands on activities and recreational adventures in Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests that expose youth to conservation, recreation and careers in natural resources. Learn how people make a living working in the outdoors. Explore education for more information on these and other programs. Explore the Calendar of Events to find a program near you. iConservePA
Come Work with UsPennsylvania State Parks and the Department of Conservation and Natrual Resources offer a wide range of civil service and non-civil service jobs, from foresters, to rangers, to engineers, to educators, to botanists and so much more. Learn what is currently available. Tell us What You ThinkContact this park with compliments, concerns and issues about the park. Erie Bluffs State Park Nearby AttractionsInformation on nearby attractions is available from: Erie Area Convention and Visitors Bureau www.VisitEriePa.com Erie Regional and Growth Partnership www.EriePa.com Presque Isle State Park has boating, swimming, hiking, boating, biking, education programs and more activities. Maps and Downloadables
You must have the free Adobe Reader to view the maps and brochures that are in pdf format (.pdf). Alternate versions of the text of the brochures are in rich text and text formats. Click on the files to view them. To download (.rtf) files: Interactive GIS MapThe Interactive GIS Map uses Geographic Information Systems to create a map that does not need to be downloaded and features driving directions, searchable park amenities and customizable maps. Please note that the background maps are maintained by a variety of public sources and driving directions usually go to the nearest large road. Master Planmaster plan (.pdf) (1.119 mb, 1/11)  Erie Bluffs is north of PA 5 at Lake City, twelve miles west of Erie. Driving Directions: The Interactive GIS Map has turn-by-turn driving directions to the park office from the Park Information Window. Please note that the background maps are maintained by a variety of public sources and driving directions usually go to the nearest large road. Erie Bluffs State Park
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